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The library serves as a treasure trove for students, providing a vast array of resources that extend beyond traditional textbooks. With an extensive collection of academic journals, digital databases, and multimedia materials, students have access to a wealth of information to supplement their coursework and broaden their perspectives. Additionally, the library's dedicated study spaces foster an environment conducive to focused learning, allowing students to immerse themselves in research and academic exploration.
For faculty members, the library is a hub of intellectual nourishment. Its comprehensive collection of scholarly publications, access to online databases, and interlibrary loan services empower faculty to stay abreast of the latest research developments in their fields. Moreover, the library offers a quiet haven for faculty to engage in concentrated study and collaborative work. The research materials and assistance provided by the library contribute significantly to the faculty's ability to produce high-quality research and publications.
“Like a guiding beacon on the stormy seas of academia, the library stands tall as a literary lighthouse, illuminating the path to enlightenment for all who seek knowledge, providing access to the collective wisdom of humanity through the ages”
Welcome to the Library and Information Division of AISAT. It was established in the year 2011, serves as a knowledge hub containing resources not only in the form of print but also in e-resources and provide students with access to a vast repository of resources, including books and Journals both print and online. College library is located in a spacious hall of the main building, A-block for all students and staff members and have to register at library for utilizing the facility. The Library reading space can accommodate more than 150 students. Entry and Exit in the library controlled through E-Gate. User identification can be done by smart card reader. In-time & out-time report of Student’s & staff can be tracked. Library functions such as Acquisition, Circulation, and Cataloguing have been automated using open source software- KOHA and DSPACE used for digital repository. The working hour is from 8.00 am. to 5.00 pm, on all working days.
Collection of more than 19000 volumes of textbooks and reference books in over 8400 titles in all branches of engineering, science, technology, management and general studies are available. The titles are categorized into subject wise and branch wise. Open access system is followed in the library. Library is following the DDC (Dewey decimal classification) system for organizing the library resources.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Objectives of the Library
Library Stock as on 05.08.2024.
| SL.NO. | RESOURCE | NOS. |
| 1 | Total No. of Volumes (Books) | 19935 |
| 2 | Total No. of Titles | 8486 |
| 3 | Total No. of Print version National Journals /Magazines | 40 |
| 4 | Total No. of Print version International Journals | 6 |
| 5 | Total Number of News Papers | 7 |
| 6 | Total No. of E-Journals | 32644 |
| 7 | Total No. of CD’s (Books) | 528 |
| 8 | Total No. of CD’s (Periodicals) | 343 |
| 9. | Total No. of Project Reports | more than 500 |
| 10. | Total No: of e-books | 156367 |
The general collection provides theoretical exposure to various disciplines and has a large collection of books. There are both Academic and General books (Personality development, English Literature, Malayalam Literature,,etc.) available in this section. General Collection
The resources of the Reference Section contains a sizeable reference collection for quick retrieval of information through dictionaries, handbooks, yearbooks, textbooks, reference books etc. in different spheres of knowledge. It is the policy of the AISAT Central Library to update these reference sources periodically. These books cannot be taken outside.
Text Book Bank
To improve the academic performance of the students, a text book bank is also operated by the library. One set of popular text books on each subject is made available for the benefit of the students. The set of books can be kept by the student for one semester. The complete set of books is to be returned to the library after the concerned university examinations. The aim is to have at least one text book per subject to all students for a nominal reading charge.
In addition to normal printed documents AISAT Central Library has also developed non-print media collection. In this collection about 587 CD-ROMs are available. For accessing the list of CD-ROMs,click on the link below:
http://192.168.1.110:8080/xmlui/handle/1/629
In addition to the collection development process, the AISAT Central Library has been venturing into the field of Information and Communication Technology by providing strong infrastructure support to use new technology. The Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) has been activated. It has bibliographical records of books and other materials available in the Central Library. To access the OPAC click the link below:
The Serials Division of AISAT Central Library has about 44 National Periodicals in various Engineering streams, including popular magazines, 16 international journals and 7 daily newspapers in English and regional language. These materials are meant for reference purpose only and cannot be taken out of the Library. The library subscribes to various journals from publishers like Springer India, Serial Publications, IIIE, etc…. For accessing the list of serials click on the link given below:
Printed National Journals/ Magazines http://192.168.1.110:8080/xmlui/handle/1/616
Printed International Journals/ Magazines http://192.168.1.110:8080/xmlui/handle/1/614
AISAT Central Library has started providing access to e-resources from April 2011. This service is available only at AISAT premises through IP based access. These e-journals links can be accessed through OPAC.
The Central Library has developed an Institutional Digital Repository using open source software namely DSpace. The Institutional Digital Repository collects preserves and disseminates in digital format the Conference Proceedings, Project Reports, Newspaper clippings, Syllabus, Old question papers, etc. User education programme is conducted at the beginning of new academic year for enabling the users to use the Digital Library resources effectively. Library Staff is ready to assist users in using the digital repository. The repository can be accessed by clicking on the link below.
Soft copies of previous year question papers of B. Tech/M. Tech. University Examinations are available online at DSpace Web Site. For accessing the same click on the Link given below.
B.Tech Question Papers : http://192.168.1.110:8080/xmlui/handle/1/1002
M.Tech Question Papers: http://192.168.1.110:8080/xmlui/handle/1/931
BOOKS
| Sl No | Subject | No.of Volumes Print Books | No of Volumes E-Books | Grand Total |
| 1 | Mechanical | 3049 | 1086 | 4117 |
| 2 | Electrical & Electronics | 1758 | 570 | 2328 |
| 3 | Electronics & Communication | 2216 | 160 | 2376 |
| 4 | Civil | 2170 | 927 | 3097 |
| 5 | Computer Science | 2658 | 607 | 3265 |
| 6 | Applied Science & Humanities | 2508 | 911 | 3417 |
| 7 | Placement & Training | 211 | 211 | |
| 8 | Others | 719 | 403 | 1122 |
| 15289 | 4646 | 19935 |
PERIODICALS
| Branch | Available National Journals | Magazines | Available International Journals | Grand Total |
| Civil | 9 | 3 | 12 | |
| Electronics | 8 | 1 | 9 | |
| Electrical | 7 | 7 | ||
| Computer Science | 7 | 1 | 8 | |
| Mechanical | 7 | 1 | 8 | |
| General | 2 | 2 | ||
| 6 | 46 |
*As on 04/10/2023
Subscribed E-Journals
Sl no | Publisher | Branch | E-content | Website address | Access details |
1 | DELNET | Resource sharing library networks | E-Journals E-Books E-Newspapers etc. | delnet.in | Direct access through IP address any where in the campus |
2 | Knimbus | Science, Engineering and Technology | Elsevier E-Journals Knimbus E-Journals Knimbus open E-books etc. | https://aisat.knimbus.com/ | Each patron needs to log in individually |
3 | NDLI | Virtual repository of learning resources | Textbooks Articles,Videos Audio books etc. | ndl.iitkgp.ac.in | Each patron needs to log in individually |
| Sl. No | Publisher | Branch | E-Content | Website address | Access Details |
| 1 | IEEE | CSE, EEE, ECE, etc. | IEEE-ASP Package (161 e-journals, Back file access since 2000) | http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/ | DIRECT ACCESS THROUGH IP ADRESS ANYWHERE IN THE CAMPUS |
| 2 | J-Gate Plus | Engineering & Technology | 4451 Indexed E- Journals, Full text E-Journals 4848 (Ejournals from Web of Science /Scopus are also included) | http://jgateplus.com/search/ | DIRECT ACCESS THROUGH IP ADRESS ANYWHERE IN THE CAMPUS |
| 3 | IETE Journal of Research | General Reference | research / academic oriented papers based on original work and technology reviews on emerging topics | https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/tijr
| DIRECT ACCESS THROUGH IP ADRESS ANYWHERE IN THE CAMPUS |
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| IETE Journal | General Reference | features design / development oriented papers and state-of-the-art reviews of topical interest. | https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/titr | DIRECT ACCESS THROUGH IP ADRESS ANYWHERE IN THE CAMPUS |
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| IETE Journal of Education | General Reference | a supplementary resource to the students for preparing for their qualifying examinations and broadening their understanding of concepts. | https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/tije | DIRECT ACCESS THROUGH IP ADDRESS ANYWHERE IN THE CAMPUS |
Circulation Policy
Library Membership
Loan Periods / Account Limits
| Category | No. of Books | Period of Loan | No. of Renewals |
| B.Tech Students | 6 | 14 Days | 2 Times |
| B.Tech Students (Book Bank Scheme) | One text book for each subject | Entire Semester (For S1 & S2) | NIL |
| M.Tech Students | 8 | 14 Days | 5 Times |
| Faculty | 12 | 1 Month | 5 Times |
| Visiting Faculty | 4 | 1 Month | 3 Times |
| Non-Teaching Staff | 2 | 1 Month | 3 Times |
Renewals
Books, if they are not reserved, can be renewed up to three times. The details required for renewal are Name or Accession number of the book.
New Arrival Display
Newly arrived documents shall be displayed. Documents on display shall not be issued for a period of one week. However, advance booking for such books are entertained.
Digital Library – DSpace
Members can access Online databases, Free e-journals, Free e-books, Old question papers, Syllabus, etc., through DSpace Digital library.
http://192.168.1.110:8080/xmlui/handle/1/631
The members have to fill up the registration form for becoming a member of the library. Download the membership form, fill up the details, attach photo and submit to the librarian.
The following forms can be down load:
Librarian: : Sussana Joseph, [email protected]
Asst. Librarian: Sony P.T, [email protected]
New Arrivals
Ms. Sussanna Joseph
Librarian
Ms. Sony P.T.
Assistant Librarian
Albertian Institute of Science & Technology, Kalamassery has registered as a NDLI Club under the National Digital Library of India.
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